wow, a really great, powerful, deep, dark, juicy, and a little spicy in the end syrah blend; the alcohol in the end is kind of apparent but all the other flavors that your mouth was taking in make it not such a big deal.

Color/Appearance:Very dark purple with great slow lines when swirled.Total ... ... ... by Crew Wines this 2004 Matchbook Syrah is delightful. The wine is 89% Syrah with 11% cabnernet sauvignon which helps tone down the agressive tannins. This grape grew during a warmer wine season with a cool August that allowed the grapes to hang around unti...
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I like the wine with the food item - wood cook pizza great match
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Wine review
by
SHOCK

January 2010

Hey everyone,So my favorite wine, Matchbook Blockhouse vintage 2004, is no longer available in my area. Has anyone had this particular blend of Syrah, Tempranillo, Malbec and Petit Verdot? It's AMAZING!!! Anyways, I'm in need of a supplier in Orange County, CA, or if anyone has any recomendations for a replacement wine I'd be much appreiciative....
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I'm not a cabernet fan really, but this is pretty good. It's very full bodied with really rich fruit flavor to it, and a little bit of herb. great with heavy pasta dishes. it's not your typical cabernet in my opinion with a pretty fair price and an equally good flavor
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Love this blend - had this sent to me via a wine of the month club and bought six more bottles to keep on hand for company. Will be looking for more from this vineyard. My first taste of New World Tempranillo/Syrah blend (he also used small percentages of Malbec, Petit Verdot and Graciano) and was pleasantly surprised.
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